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Modern Sofas

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Number in Set: Set of 3
Style: Modern
Grace Sofa by Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
A note of charm and timeless elegance to a small living room, library, or study, this two-seat sofa is a celebration of classic allure and modern sensitivity. Its structure in solid ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Wood

Some Are Born to Sweet Delight Sofa in Cararra Gioa White Marble with Cushion
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sofa delicately entwines the worlds of art and design creating a piece where the notions of stability and tension are balanced with the desire to ground a piece within a larger ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Sofas

Materials

Marble

Contemporary 3 Seat Sofa Offered in Velvet & Metal Base
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is an elevated homage to the golden age of gentleman drivers. The piece’s flawless structure is deceivingly simple, yet undeniably striking. The detailed upholstery and sea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Gervasoni Open 5 Small Modular Bed Sofa in Munch Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
When it comes to furniture that transforms, Open is undoubtedly the perfect product. Collection of sofa beds with headboard and backrests available in different solutions, thanks to the foldaway bed with wooden slatted base, easily removable through a servo-assisted movement mechanism, which adds an extra single bed. Reception furniture par excellence is suitable for a number of different rooms in your house. Modular bed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

"Hussar" Sofa Set by Luciano Frigerio, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Mid-century "Hussar" sofa set is a design furniture item realized by Luciano Frigerio in 1970s. The set is composed by a sofa and 2 armchairs. Mahogany entirely realized in wood a...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Magritte 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
The Magritte Sofa is a timeless classic with a modern twist and strong aesthetic appeal. Upholstered in a velvety, light-taupe hued fabric, this sofa features block feet in gold-fini...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Other

DeSede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Espresso Leather & Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped har...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Steelcase Campfire Soft Seating Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
The Campfire Big Lounge acts as a gathering spot in any space. Perfect for relaxing on with your laptop for a bit, or invite more people over to lounge, bringing people together and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Morfeo Sofa in velvet
Located in Desio, IT
Important volumes harmoniously define the Morfeo 3 seats sofa line characterized by intentionally enveloping armrests to give comfort while remaining in a stylistic context of refinement and elegance. It is a program of sofas, armchairs and modular elements, the study of the seat and the inclination of the backrest, down filled cushions are all designed...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

SWERVE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Black Faux Lambskin
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SWERVE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Black Faux Lambskin The Swerve Sofa with black faux lambskin upholstery and modern ruched design is a stylish and comfortable piece of furniture that wi...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Outdoor Sofa Made to Order in Solid Wood, Moka Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary upholstered garden sofa with armrests. Frame and legs are made of thermally treated Ash wood. Upholstered seat and back cushions are removable and made of high density p...
Category

2010s European Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Ash

Minimalist Sofa for Outdoor, Contemporary Brazilian Design
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This minimalist outdoor sofa is made in hardwood, metal and fabrics, two places sofa with arms, the multi-finish structure is combined with outdoor fabrics such as the Batyline to create an interesting outdoor solution. Bellow the full Skyfolding collection concept: Skyfolding In-outdoor collection, the collection concept is inspired by the Asian building scaffoldings, where a structure is composed by bamboo sticks crossed to create this inspiring and fascinating structures. We combined elements of this structures and also references from the ballet stretching bars that often combine metal and wood, this combo is the concept very soul. All the figurative elements are abstracted in the design process to extract the precise best of each world, and by then resulting in a collection of delicate objects, cult and curated to the minimum details, in design and engineering. The collection is composed by outdoor net, batyline or plastic, in a portion leaving room to a more soft design approach that is harmonious, this elements are combined to a structure made of wood and metal that transcends to tech and soft, a paradigm of past, present and future that invite all the viewers to contemplate and reflect in this philosophical matters in a tactile and visual way. Resulting is a essential and timeless set of objects designed for the modern lifestyle that permit infinite compositions indoors or outdoors that will participate in lives for a lifetime like a breeze full of “zen” elements and energy. Award winner of the biggest South American design...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa in Brown with Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

21st Century Phoenix Sofa in Leather by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
With its vintage charm, recognizable style and elegant silhouette, phoenix sofa refers to the icons of design, offering an original re-interpretation of the Classic roll arm. Featuri...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

20th Century Guarnacci, Padovano and Vagnoni for 1p Attributed, Modular Sofa 70s
Located in Turin, Turin
1P - INDUSTRIA CHIMICA PER L'ARREDAMENTO is an Italian manufacturer, active between 1967 and 1986, based in Florence. Thanks to the collaboration with several italian designer (such as Emilio Guarnacci, Felix Padovano...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Limes New 88 Small Sofa in Beige Upholstery with Roll Armrest by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Limes New is a sofa that upholds Saba’s philosophical approach to a larger furnishing project: “Everything slides, everything changes” elaborates Parmenide, who ignited the creative ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede Ds-602 Modular Sofa in Fabric Seat and Back Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Children imagine their own dream job at an early age and enthuse about it. The childlike way of thinking about the future with a positive lightness of touch, and many of them actuall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Canape Rondo
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The Rondo makes a statement—both in size and personality. In reimagining the iconic Dominique while preserving its aesthetic essence, we have created something far beyond a simple so...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

"More Bench" Four-Seat Upholstered Sectional Wood Frame Sofa by Moroso, Diesel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"More Bench" is a four-seat sectional sofa, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring stress-resistant polyurethane foam with differentiated densities and polyester fiber on wood frame. Feets in varnished ash with chromed glides. Front feet are conical or shaped, back feet are conical only. Available with removable covers in fabric, velvet or leather. Indoor use only. DIMENSIONS: D. 33.5", W. 96", H. 39", Seat H. 16.9" Gimme More...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Ash, Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Modern Outdoor Swing Sofa in Black Stainless Steel with Beige Waterproof Fabric
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Hanging Outdoor Sofa Hold by premium outdoor leather straps, this inviting white hanging outdoor sofa will allow quality outdoor moments without any concerns. The whole design of this contemporary outdoor hanging sofa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gervasoni Jeko 04 Sofa in Capri 06 Upholstery with ECOTeak Base by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The sofa in colonial style of exotic inspiration, Jeko 04 has a structure made of ECOTeak, a material coming from the reuse of recovered beams and teak elements that have been repair...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Beige Wool Linen, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins sofa, contemporary collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the contemporary collection, the Twins ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Wood

Moder Grass Armchair, Light Orange Faux Fur, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grass Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Grass armchair takes its shape from nature’s own dewdrop on grass, promising a comfortab...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

21st Century Inanda Sofa in Black Fabric by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
This new sofa with an appealing design is characterized by an interior upholstered with the new silks from the last Roberto Cavalli collection and a leather ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Leather, Fabric

Tarantino Taupe Velvet Sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
Raised on essential cylindrical feet, the bold silhouette of this sofa will ensure moments of authentic relaxation thanks to a combination of generous padding and taupe corduroy, which will also provide a superb tactile feel. Fluffy cushions...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Weather- Resistant Modular Outdoor Couch
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound Modular Sofa The Hound modular sofa combines classic elegance and durability to take your outdoor space to new levels of design and comfort. Developed using high-quality mater...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Madda Lounge Sofa in Red Velvet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Madda is a contemporary interpretation of the classic club chair. The metal base fully wraps around the chair, as if to squeeze it into its plump and comfortable upper seating ar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Sculptural Sofa with Discreet Seaming
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa makes a bold statement with its clean and captivating design, delivering an effortlessly cool finish. The poised back enhances its built-in seat cushion, complemented by di...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Gervasoni Nuvola 10 Sofa in Straight Seal Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A family of sofas with soft and attractive shapes, Nuvola’s aesthetic invites you to dive into it: the high armrests welcome a seat as deep as a hug, creating a real cocoon effect. A...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary Handmade Asymmetrical "Theron" Sofa in Geometric Layers by Anaktae
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary, handcrafted, asymmetrical sofa, model "Theron", comprised of an assemblage of geometric forms in layers, upholstered in fabric. The seating area is a synthesis of abs...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Modern Suelo Sofa, Turned Leg
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Suelo sofa - Turned Leg is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfort...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple

Contemporary Medium Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Standard sofa is deceptively simple at first glance. Upon closer inspection it manages to be both modern and nostalgic, the sofa you will bring with ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Botera High Chair in Upholstery, by E-GGS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Botera High chair is padded with four different types of foam, following the chair's design focus of comfort. A chunky cushion forms the base from which the high or low backrest is d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Roda Network 120 Outdoor Teak Sofa
Located in Boston, MA
teak wood and grey polyester belts. Seat and back cushions in HD1 shore S21 white fabric. All cushions are made with Hydro Draining Technology: The upholstered collections have...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Polyester, Teak

Modern Twins Curved Couch, Mint Green Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Oak, Velvet

Ether 2 Seat Sofa - Modern Handcrafted Sofa with Natural Wood Base
Located in London, GB
The rounded silhouettes of the Ether collection bring forward the elemental beauty of basic geometry while merging it with the warmth of natural wood and the elegance of its candid f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

21st Century Cushy Sofa in Blue Jacquard Fabric by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Expression of a new domestic scenario made of expressive colors and immersive fabrics, Cushy is a line of furniture made up of a sofa, armchair, bed and pouf, all characterized by so...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Kasba Sofa by Andrea Bonini
Located in Geneve, CH
Kasba Sofa by Andrea Bonini Limited Edition Dimensions: D 100 x W 285 x H 72 cm. Materials: Loro Piana fabric. Made in Italy. Limited series, numbered a...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Other

De Sede DS-707 Modular Sofa in Perla Leather Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Where the St. Lawrence River Mon-treal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland – the famous H...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Fernandine Two Seat Sofa, Brass & COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Fernandine walls are a part of History that embraces the city of Porto, located in the north of Portugal. These medieval fortifications topped off by battlements were completed d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Tarantino Green Velvet Sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
Either to watch a movie enveloped in one's favorite blanket or to chat with a friend while having a cup of tea, this sofa will be a good idea to enjoy impeccable comfort. Cylindrical...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

CraftAssociates Sofa, Peabody Danish Modern Sofa, Walnut, Slatted
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Sofa, Peabody Danish Modern Sofa, Walnut, Slatted This Lawrence Peabody Danish Sofa P-1713 for Craft Associates Furniture is expertly handcrafted and upholstered. T...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Walnut

Outdoor Swing Bench with Black Leather Accents
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable - Hanging sofa by Myface 21st-century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa made with suspension: Outdoor leather straps, Metallic...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Exterior Hanging Sofa in White with Brown Climate-Resistant Fabric
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the beautiful metal...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Design sofa Mw01 "Brown & Wood", made in France, designed by Olivier Santini
Located in Beaumont-Louestault, FR
"Elevate furniture aesthetics to an artistic level" High-end designer sofa, custom-made in France. This MW01 combines comfort, design, and aesthetics. The HR40 foam seat, elegantl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Other, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Blue Wool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Madda is a contemporary interpretation of the classic club chair. The metal base fully wraps around the chair, as if to squeeze it into it's plump and comfortable upper seating a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Tarantino Brown 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
Elegant and modern yet inspired from a Classic shape, this three-seat sofa will be a precious addition to a contemporary interior, welcoming anyone with its comfortable and envelopin...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Arflex Cousy Three-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather by Vincent Van Duysen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A sofa with a minimalist and rigorous structure, for a comfortable and, at the same time, decorative effect. Additional information: Materials: Upholstered seat with Beech Wood F...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Gervasoni Loll 11 Modular Sofa in Munch Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modules of different shapes and particular corner elements of the LOLL sofa family allow you to create ever new configurations. A proposal that tells a s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Waxed Cognac Leather and Marbled Rust Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and ...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Luxury Outdoor Sofa with Leather and Stainless Steel Construction
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound outdoor sofa The Hound sofa combines classic elegance and durability to take your outdoor space to new levels of design and comfort. Developed using high-quality materials, it...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Moooi Love Sofa in Liscio, Nebbia Upholstery & White Wash Stained Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Have you ever fallen in love with a chair or on a sofa? Both experiences are possible, even probable while enjoying a romantic dinner for two in the Love chair or cuddling up with your sweetheart in one of the Love sofas...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede DS-707 Sofa in Black Club Leather Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear op...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Wood Frame Low Back Sofa in Walnut and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
“Living in a glass house makes you design pieces to look immaculate from every angle,” says Craig Bassam, who designed the BassamFellows Wood Frame Lo...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Contemporary X-Large Standard Sofa in Caramel Leather with Walnut Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The standard sofa is deceptively simple at first glance. Upon closer inspection it manages to be both modern and nostalgic, the sofa you will bring with ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Modular Outdoor Sofa with Waterproof Blue Leather Upholstery
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Archi Modular Sofa - 5 modules available The Archi outdoor sofa was designed to easily adapt to any outdoor project. Composed of several modules that can be purchased separately, an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Charcoal Black Hand-Carved Massive Oak Sofa with Green Velvet Upholstery
Located in Cairo, EG
Charcoal Black Hand-Carved Massive Oak Wood Sofa with Velvet Green Upholstery. Inspired by the legendary Hassan Fathy, this sofa pays homage to his architectural philosophies and pri...
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Velvet

Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sofas, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Stephen Kenn, and Moooi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $72 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $9,554.

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